Publisher's Synopsis
Small Pox And Cow Pox: Comprehending A Concise History Of Those Diseases (1825) is a book written by John Jennings Cribb. The book provides a detailed history of smallpox and cowpox, two highly contagious diseases that have affected humanity for centuries. The author explores the origins of these diseases, their transmission, symptoms, and treatment. He also delves into the role of vaccination in preventing the spread of these diseases.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of smallpox and cowpox. The first chapter provides an overview of the diseases, including their symptoms and how they are transmitted. The second chapter focuses on the history of smallpox, tracing its origins back to ancient times. The third chapter explores the history of cowpox, which was first discovered in cows in the 18th century.The fourth chapter discusses the development of vaccination as a means of preventing smallpox and cowpox. Cribb provides a detailed account of the work of Edward Jenner, who discovered that cowpox could be used to vaccinate against smallpox. The fifth chapter looks at the impact of vaccination on the incidence of smallpox and cowpox, and the final chapter provides some practical advice on how to prevent the spread of these diseases.Overall, Small Pox And Cow Pox: Comprehending A Concise History Of Those Diseases (1825) is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a detailed history of two of the most significant diseases in human history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine or the prevention of infectious diseases.And A Comparison Between Inoculation For Small Pox And Vaccination, Founded Upon A Statistical Account Of Their Effects In Cambridge, With A Plan For The Universal Extension Of Vaccination.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
